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When Daydreaming Got Me into Trouble

The other day I borrowed a book from the library and I was so engrossed I walked out and then was stopped dead in my tracks by the shrieking beep of security thingy at the exit. I automatically walked backwards, … Continue reading

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Maid Made to Carry Load for Young Man – Just Wrong

I just wish I could stop seeing reports like this. It makes me upset as I wonder what is becoming of our society. I have seen maids carry the bags of kids and I felt fed up and ashamed. I … Continue reading

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Elitism in Singapore: Samantha of Holland Village vs The Heartlanders

A caller, Samantha, who expressed that heartlanders were not cultured and should not come to Holland Village unless they behaved better has got many people in Singapore shocked and riled up. Reeks of elitism to me. Did she realize what … Continue reading

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Tourists Adore Our Arab Street District

Tourist seems to love Arab Street which is the Malay cultural district in Singapore also known as Kampong Glam, and I can see why. It’s such a lovely place to just be. We have Little India and Chinatown, but somehow … Continue reading

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25 Things You Don’t Know About Britney Spears….& Me

I love this series at US Weekly. Saw this at Celebitchy and wanted to see how the things Britney Spears revealed would compare with my own likes and habits. This is what Britney revealed: 1. My favorite ice cream is … Continue reading

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Rest in Peace Elizabeth Taylor

Twitter makes news travel very fast.  But I was still shocked to see that Elizabeth Taylor has passed away at just 79. It’s sad when we lose another legend. I was hoping it was a hoax, but it was confirmed … Continue reading

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I am Super Excited: It’s My SITS Girls Day

SITS is a wonderful blog community just for women and I feel truly blessed and lucky to be featured today. There are over 8000 women just like us on it. And it’s true. The Secret IS in the Support. I … Continue reading

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Lynda Carter is Magic and I am So Disappointed by the New Wonder Woman Poster with Adrianne Palicki

What was David E Kelley thinking when he cast Adrianne? Is she really a great actress? And why have pants if the costume looks more uncomfortable and sluttier than the 70’s version. Lynda Carter who will turn 60 in July … Continue reading

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The Whole Jolie-Pitt Clan in New Orleans

I find the Jolie-Pitt family just fascinating. Beautiful and fascinating.  And I love that Angelina Jolie wears flip-flops. {via: Celebrity Baby Scoop} {via Just Jared} Brad Pitt dyed his hair brown for his next movie, but he definitely looks better … Continue reading

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My Stroll Down Haji Lane: Quirky, Cool Shops

Decided to do a little post about what I saw, walking down Haji Lane. The shops were closed as it was a sleepy Sunday, but I got a chance to take close-up shots without any curious stares. Here’s the Skyroom. … Continue reading

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Charlie Sheen and his Goddesses: I Feel Sorry for Denise Richards and his Kids

Denise Richards has been getting heat from the tabloid for ages and somehow Charlie Sheen has been left alone. Now the world can see that perhaps Denise Richards was just being a protective mum. Even then I didn’t see why … Continue reading

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I am Totally Appalled by the Singapore Tiger Mum

I have been hearing so much about the Tiger mum and when I picked up the latest issue of 8 Days I was thoroughly disturbed by the cover that seems to condone children being caned. I think you will only … Continue reading

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The Amy Chua Tiger Mum Interview

I must admit I am as repulsed by Amy Chua’s methods as Kirsten was. I am totally against fear inspired bullying methods whether at home, at the workplace, or by government. The end does not justify the means. You can … Continue reading

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83rd Academy Awards: The Oscar Dresses I Liked

I wasn’t planning to write about the Oscars because I missed the show, but since Sister Earth Organics requested it, I was inspired to seek out what the pretty ladies of Hollywood wore today. The reason why I missed the … Continue reading

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Lady Gaga is Lovely to Her Young Fans: Meet 10 Year Old Maria Aragon

I am too old to be a fan of Lady Gaga but I love how wonderful and sweet she is to her fans. I found this video very touching. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_DmxlfIn8U] The video that went viral. This proves to me that … Continue reading

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Pretty Noodle Bowls

Love this idea of little hand painted noodles bowls with a place to rest your chopsticks. Saw it at Yevgenia’s Etsy store.

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The Pink Hello Kitty Store at Liang Court: Ringo Ya

Don’t really fancy Hello Kitty, but the pink attracted me.

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Silver Ang was Adorable and Brilliant in the role of Vyjayanthi

I don’t watch local TV, but I watched the first 3 episodes of the Tamil TV show, Vyjayanthi and captured some screen shots of it to show you. I had to watch this moment of cross-cultural television history. I was … Continue reading

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My Cousin Would Look so Cute in this

My cousin is petite and loves pink.  Thought of her when I saw this at a delightful blog with an equally adorable name, Absolutely Ladylike.  Sophisticated is something that I’m not but wish I was. My cousin on the other … Continue reading

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The Loveliest Idea I’ve Seen in a Long While

Take a peek at what blogger and former graphic designer, Radostina, at 79 Ideas has created.  I marvel at her sense of colour and asthetics.  I just wish I could be even a fraction as creative or discerning.  Just glancing … Continue reading

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Dangerously Sexy: Sports Illustrated Girls in Singapore

I saw an akward photo of a skimpily clad model in a trishaw at 365days2play’s blog and wondered how come I missed any sign of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit shoot. I think most Singaporeans must be wondering the same. I … Continue reading

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#8. Watermelons & Watermarks

Check out Sister Earth Organics for Wellness Tips. I have to also thank her for helping me produce my very first photo with a watermark using Picnik.  She not only gives health tips, she gives tech tips too. Basically you … Continue reading

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